Crimpless Redlink® / Versatile Link Connectors
- Technology
- Fibre optic cables, connectors and assemblies
- Partner
- Firecomms
The Firecomms crimpless friction plug, by use of a simple latch, is secured directly to the 2.2 mm POF cable providing a good retention force without need for a crimp. By following four easy steps, an electrical engineer without special training in optics can perform termination:
- Strip jacket from cable using Firecomms POF cutter (PC-220F-410)
- Insert stripped POF into connector plug
- Secure the connector by folding* over the latch
- Polish the fibre using polishing disc and paper (two steps, grit grades).
*A duplex connector can easily be assembled by aligning two simplex connectors over each other, inversed, then engaging the latches together.
Range features
A high level overview of what this range offers
- For use with Firecomms RedLink and Versatile Link transmitters and receivers in horizontal, vertical, and tilted housings
- Available in black, grey, and blue coloursWide operating temperature range: -40 to 85 °C
- High retention force (connector to transmitter/receiver) of minimum 8N @ 25°C and 6N @ -40 to 85°C
- High connector-cable tensile strength of 30N
- Cost effective method for termination in field installations or repair damaged cables simplyMaximum insertion force of 25N (connector to transmitter/receiver)
- Use tools for installation provided by FirecommsMakrolon 2405 material with UL V2 flame resistant rating
- For applications such as control of power electronics, rugged optical links, and data communication with EMI susceptibility
What’s in this range?
All the variants in the range and a comparison of what they offer
| Product | Colour | Style | Part number |
|---|---|---|---|
RedLink Friction Plug | Blue | Simplex / Duplex | FP-00C-GS0 |
RedLink Friction Plug | Grey | Simplex / Duplex | FP-00C-HS0 |
RedLink Friction Plug | Black | Simplex / Duplex | FP-00C-TS0 |
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